An established ethnic group held up as a role model in contrast to a newly arrived group was probably

A) once an object of scorn and condemnation itself.
B) the beneficiary of governmental assistance.
C) large in numbers to deter criticism about their immigration.
D) quick to learn English and assimilate.


A

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